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Tarantelli’s, Wilmington, NC

Tarantelli’s

4.8
4.8
2911 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Tarantelli’s is located on Second Street, just one block from Front Street and in walking distance to the Cape Fear River. The restaurant and event venue is located in the historic district of downtown Wilmington. This lively area spans 230-plus blocks and is home to some of the best bars, restaurants, churches, architecture, and selection of fine art. There are several parking facilities nearby, but you can also reach Tarantelli's year round via horse drawn trolley and carriage, river taxi, trolley cars, or on foot.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 763-3806
  • Website
    http://www.tarantellis.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Zack Comis
  • Location
    102 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
  • Area
    Wilmington
  • Cross Street
    Dock Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    The inspiration behind this restaurant was drawn from our grandfather, Anthony "Tony" Salvatore Tarantelli ("Papa") and our grandmother Mabel Tarantelli. Both Tony and Mabel believed that home cooked food brought family together. Our Papa's love for Italian food came from his father, Salvatore Tarantelli, who was born in the Abruzzo region of Italy in the province of L’Aquila. It is here that Tony began to appreciate Italian cuisine at its purest. Both Tony and Mabel were amazing cooks and deserve the credit for passing on many of our family recipes that we now have the pleasure and privilege to share with you.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 2,911 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Most Booked

  • Wilmington

    Best Ambience

  • Wilmington

    Good for groups

  • Wilmington

    Great for fine wines

  • Wilmington

    Good for special occasions

  • Wilmington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tarantelli's is a beloved Italian restaurant in Wilmington, renowned for its "fantastic food," "excellent service," and "beautiful ambiance." Diners rave about the "homemade pasta" and "table-prepared cheese wheel." It's a perfect spot for special occasions with "generous portions" and "attentive staff." A must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts!
2,911 Reviews

  1. Gina

    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great wine selections, great service, we just love this place.

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  2. Caroline VIP

    Wilmington2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took a good friend to Tarantelli's last night for her birthday. We had the most amazing meal and the service was excellent. I specifically asked for one of the padded half round booths and even though there were only 2 people in my party, my request was granted! I also shared that it was my dear friend's birthday, and the waiter brought out a delicious cannoli with a candle that was lit. It was just so nice. Tarantelli's is one of my favorite restaurants in Wilmington, and I highly recommend it!!

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  3. Ann

    Naples1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time dining here. Can’t say enough about how great it was: food, service, ambience.

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  4. Matt

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We shared the table side pasta for two which was outstanding. We accompanied the dish with peas and mixed vegetables which rounded out the nice meal.

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  5. MikeStefLKN VIP

    Charlotte16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food but be prepared to be very managed by the service staff. Had chicken Parmesan and shrimp scampi.

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  6. Edward

    Philadelphia15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chloe was our server and we couldn’t have been more impressed. She was knowledgeable, helpful and pleasant. She made our dining experience more enjoyable

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  7. Cindy

    Western NC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always look forward to dining at this restaurant when we are in this area. The food is fresh and top quality and the service is outstanding. It never disappoints!

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  8. Maria

    Raleigh5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely restaurant! The staff was outstanding, the music was excellent and the food out of this world!

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  9. Judy

    Wilmington8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service & drinks. Homemade pasta was delicious. So was the fish. My mocktail was awesome and my friends loved their drinks too. We'll be back.

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  10. Cindy

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! Good ambience, Find dining and  Good service 

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FAQs

Tarantelli’s offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 763-3806.

Tarantelli’s is rated 4.8 stars by 2911 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Tarantelli’s

102 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dock Street
  • Area
    Wilmington
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Zack Comis
  • Entertainment
    The inspiration behind this restaurant was drawn from our grandfather, Anthony "Tony" Salvatore Tarantelli ("Papa") and our grandmother Mabel Tarantelli. Both Tony and Mabel believed that home cooked food brought family together. Our Papa's love for Italian food came from his father, Salvatore Tarantelli, who was born in the Abruzzo region of Italy in the province of L’Aquila. It is here that Tony began to appreciate Italian cuisine at its purest. Both Tony and Mabel were amazing cooks and deserve the credit for passing on many of our family recipes that we now have the pleasure and privilege to share with you.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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